Swetha Vinayagar Temple, Hindu temple in Thiruvalanchuzhi, Thanjavur district, India.
The temple houses a central shrine dedicated to Lord Shiva as Kapardeeswarar and features a seven-tiered gopuram with multiple surrounding shrines.
The temple contains inscriptions from the Chola dynasty and Thanjai Nayak period, with its oldest sections dating back to the medieval period.
The temple performs five daily rituals including sacred baths, decorations, food offerings, and lamp lighting ceremonies conducted by Shaiva community priests.
Visitors can reach the temple through public transportation and find accommodations at nearby hotels, with the premises open from 6 AM to noon and 4 PM to 8 PM.
The temple houses a white-colored Ganesha idol made from sea foam, which according to legend was created during the churning of the cosmic ocean.
Location: Thanjavur district
GPS coordinates: 10.95000,79.31670
Latest update: March 3, 2025 10:01
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